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WP Resized Image Quality

By Mike Bijon

Performance & Optimization / Image Optimization & Compression

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WP Resized Image Quality Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily change the JPEG compression level of uploaded images and thumbnails. Improve image quality or save bandwidth with a simple slider interface.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.73/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

800+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to get better uploaded quality or save bandwidth by changing the JPEG compression level of uploaded images and thumbnails.

'Resized Image Quality' lets you easily adjust the compression level for JPEG images to achieve maximum quality or to save bandwidth with lower quality settings.

The user-friendly interface is a slider added to the Settings > Media admin page, making it easier to use than other compression plugins or functions.php settings.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Resized Image Quality is a specialized plugin focusing on controlling image compression quality during resizing, with several alternatives available that offer broader image optimization features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and focused on image quality control during resizing
High user satisfaction with 85.7% 5-star ratings
No known security vulnerabilities
Free to use with no pro version required
Clear control over compression percentage, allowing fine-tuning of image quality

Weaknesses

Compression percentage setting is counterintuitive and may confuse users
Limited functionality compared to full-featured image optimization plugins
Does not generate smaller image sizes as expected by some users
Lacks advanced features like WebP conversion or CDN integration

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys a strong positive reception with 85.7% of users awarding it 5 stars, reflecting satisfaction with its core functionality. Negative feedback is minimal and no common complaints have been reported.

Positive highlights

"Works as expected. Only beef I have is that the plugin description does not mention the most important fact: compression % means image quality." - zehawk
"Tested same file with different names for upload and turned compression to 0 none. Not different in size and the 3 smaller sizes were not generated." - Dan (noted issue, but still gave 5 stars)

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Compression percentage setting can be confusing
Does not always generate smaller image sizes as some users expect
Limited feature set compared to other image optimization plugins

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a straightforward plugin to control image quality during resizing without extra features or complexity.

Not ideal for

Those looking for comprehensive image optimization solutions including WebP conversion, CDN integration, or automatic generation of multiple image sizes.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full functionality for controlling image compression quality during resizing without restrictions.

Final Verdict

WP Resized Image Quality is a niche plugin that excels at giving users precise control over image compression quality during resizing, backed by a strong positive user rating and no known security issues. Its simplicity and free availability make it an attractive choice for users who need this specific functionality without additional features.

However, its limited scope and somewhat confusing compression percentage setting may not satisfy users seeking a full-featured image optimization plugin. Alternatives with broader capabilities exist for those needing more comprehensive image management solutions.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP Resized Image Quality plugin.

JPEG compression

image quality

thumbnail settings

Screenshots

FAQ

Install ‘WP Resized Image Quality’ through the WordPress.org plugin directory, by uploading to your server, or git/grunt/Composer method if you’re that kind of dev
After activating the Plugin, change your image quality settings on the Settings page in WP-Admin: Settings > Media
That’s it. You’re ready to go!